SeaMan: The Dog Who Explored the West with Lewis and Clark
This imaginative retelling of the journey of Meriwether Lewis, William Clark, and the Corps of Discovery brings to life an unheralded member of the Corps -- Seaman, a 150-pound Newfoundland dog. As Seaman makes the long trek with the Corps, he serves a key role in the expedition's success. Come along with Seaman and his companions as they explore the vast uncharted lands beyond the Mississippi River. Travel with them as they form friendships with several Indian tribes and welcome Sacagawea to...
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This imaginative retelling of the journey of Meriwether Lewis, William Clark, and the Corps of Discovery brings to life an unheralded member of the Corps -- Seaman, a 150-pound Newfoundland dog. As Seaman makes the long trek with the Corps, he serves a key role in the expedition's success. Come along with Seaman and his companions as they explore the vast uncharted lands beyond the Mississippi River. Travel with them as they form friendships with several Indian tribes and welcome Sacagawea to the expedition. Experience with them the many dangers of this wild land. And rejoice with them when they cross the Continental Divide and finally reach their goal -- the rocky shores of the Pacific Ocean. Gail Karwoski's thorough research, her sharp eye for accurate detail, and her engaging portrait of this heroic dog will draw readers into one of the most exciting chapters in American history.Parade Magazine - Herbert KupferbegGail Langer Karwoski has had the delightful idea of making Seaman the central character in her retelling of the epic story of the famous expedition. Seaman: the Dog Who Explored the West With Lewis & Clark ... obviously is a fictionalized account, but its atmosphere is realistic, its timetable is accurate, and its events and characterizations are grounded in fact. Seaman joins the intrepid explorers in the tale with a personality all his own, hunting and retrieving game, toting supplies, battling against wild animals (once almost losing his life when bitten by a beaver) and frolicking with his companions around the evening campfire. This soundly researched, smoothly written story will bring the entire expedition alive for readers 8 to 12, adding not only a canine but a human element to a tale that never grows wearisome. Nobody knows what happened to Seaman after his Western adventures, but he has certainly left one good book behind him....
Introductionvii1A Duck, a Dog, and a Deal12Getting Ready73The Journey Begins214A Deserter and a Death285Sioux Territory376Winter among the Indians517Perils in Paradise678Guard Dog and Backpacker789Searching for the Shoshone8910The Starving Time10211Ocean in View! Oh, the Joy!11512A Soggy Winter12913Heading Home14514Blackfeet and Bad Luck15915Wilderness Farewell173Author's Note and Resources181Acknowledgments189Maps190About the Author193
\ Carolyn PhelanBased on a true story gleaned from period journals, this historical novel dramatizes the story of Seaman, the Newfoundland dog that accompanied Lewis and Clark on their expedition. Along the way, Seaman befriends a member of the Corps of Discovery and proves itself to be a valuable contributor to their happiness and success.\ Despite the occasional passage of information-laden conversation, the story flows well. The appended author's note separates fact from fiction to some extent and tells what happened to the main characters after the events in the book. James Watling's many handsome, shaded-pencil drawings will help readers visualize the setting, hardships, and dramatic moments of the story; and two maps will enable them to follow the explorers' route. An effective, fictional introduction to the Lewis and Clark expedition.\ — Booklist\ \ \ \ \ \ Herbert KupferbegGail Langer Karwoski has had the delightful idea of making Seaman the central character in her retelling of the epic story of the famous expedition. Seaman: the Dog Who Explored the West With Lewis & Clark ... obviously is a fictionalized account, but its atmosphere is realistic, its timetable is accurate, and its events and characterizations are grounded in fact. Seaman joins the intrepid explorers in the tale with a personality all his own, hunting and retrieving game, toting supplies, battling against wild animals (once almost losing his life when bitten by a beaver) and frolicking with his companions around the evening campfire. \ This soundly researched, smoothly written story will bring the entire expedition alive for readers 8 to 12, adding not only a canine but a human element to a tale that never grows wearisome. Nobody knows what happened to Seaman after his Western adventures, but he has certainly left one good book behind him....\ — Parade Magazine\ \ \ \ KLIATTThe Lewis and Clark Expedition is an exciting part of our history that intrigues us all. This fictional account of their journey revolves around Seaman, a huge Newfoundland dog who belonged to Meriwether Lewis and was a real part of this long and hard trip to the Pacific Ocean. Captain Lewis did mention his dog in his journals and some of Seaman's adventures were true, such as being bitten by a beaver, chasing a buffalo out of camp, and being kidnapped by the Indians. Other adventures are fictional but no doubt probable. Lots of notable characters including Captain Clark, translator Charbonneau and his wife Sacajawea and their baby Pomp add to the tapestry. An interesting book for history buffs as well as dog lovers. KLIATT Codes: J—Recommended for junior high school students. 1999, Peachtree, 187p. illus. map. bibliog., \ — Barbara Jo McKee\ \ \ \ \ Children's Literature\ - Rebecca Joseph\ This fascinating story describes the experiences of Seaman, a Newfoundland, who participates in the Western exploration of Lewis and Clark. He serves as hunter, navigator, and protector for the men and women on the momentous, dangerous journey. Seaman's adventures are as interesting as those of the famous men accompanying him on the first cross-continental expedition.\ \ \ \ \ From The CriticsSeaman: The Dog Who EXplored The West With Lewis & Clark is a wonderfully written, very highly recommended historical novel. Young readers will thrill to the story of an epic American saga showcased through Lewis' brave and loyal dog Seaman, the first dog to cross the continent and open up the west for the fledgling country of America. Author Gail Karwoski has given meticulous attention to historic detail and background, always the hallmark of a superior historical novel. She combines this with an impressive gift for storytelling that will engage young readers from first page to last. One special and unique feature is the Q & A format for the "Author Notes" at the end of this remarkable work.\ \
